In today’s era, marked by rapid digital transformations and an increase in sophisticated cyber threats, the role of Chief Information Security Officers is more crucial than ever. CISOs face the… The post Navigating Advanced Threat Landscapes appeared first on Cyber…
Category: Cyber Defense Magazine
Why Cybersecurity Compliance in Rail Transportation Has Never Been More Important, Or More Challenging to Keep on Track
As the world’s Rail transportation industry becomes more sophisticated, embracing digital technologies to enhance efficiency, safety, and operational capabilities, it is also exposed to a myriad of cybersecurity threats. The… The post Why Cybersecurity Compliance in Rail Transportation Has Never…
Why Cybersecurity At The Olympics (And All Major Global Events) Shouldn’t Take A Backseat
Although the 2024 Summer Olympics brought more than 15 million visitors to Paris and generated $11 billion in economic activity, the Games didn’t just convene excited fans and world-class athletes—it… The post Why Cybersecurity At The Olympics (And All Major…
Three Big Reasons Ransomware Payments Are Up More Than 5X Over Last Year
If the mission of cybersecurity is to protect the organization from losses to cybercriminals, we are in deep trouble. Over the past year there has been a dramatic increase in… The post Three Big Reasons Ransomware Payments Are Up More…
The Rise in Phishing Scams
As cybersecurity platforms have become more effective, cyber attackers have shifted their strategy. Rather than challenging defense applications to identify weaknesses, they are now increasingly focused on exploiting human behavior…. The post The Rise in Phishing Scams appeared first on…
The Relationship Between Network and Security: Why They’re Ditching the “It’s Your Fault” Game
Remember the good old days of IT? Back when firewalls were like bouncers at a nightclub, and security was a sleepy corner in the IT department? Those days are about… The post The Relationship Between Network and Security: Why They’re…
Revolutionizing Investigations: The Impact of AI in Digital Forensics
Artificial intelligence (AI) is making waves in many industries across the board. It found use in healthcare, manufacturing, retail, finance, and other sectors that deal with large volumes of data…. The post Revolutionizing Investigations: The Impact of AI in Digital…
The Frontier of Security: Safeguarding Non-Human Identities
Dropbox, Microsoft, Okta – not only are these all major software companies, but each of them has fallen victim to a supply chain attack due to a compromised non-human identity…. The post The Frontier of Security: Safeguarding Non-Human Identities appeared…
The Cybersecurity Checklist: Top Methods and Tools for Protection And Mitigation
The rapid development of artificial intelligence (AI) is fueling an increase in cyber-attacks, threatening the data infrastructure of businesses and individuals. Approximately 85 percent of cybersecurity professionals attribute the increase… The post The Cybersecurity Checklist: Top Methods and Tools for…
The Age of Unseen Truths And Deceptive Lies
From the moment we’re born, we are surrounded by a mix of true and false information. In the past, distinguishing between them was relatively easy, but over time, it has… The post The Age of Unseen Truths And Deceptive Lies…
Tagged Files as a Road to Insider Threats
The insider threat is any individual within community who does something against such surrounding even being used for sabotage, diversion, espionage and the other purposes, so far. On the other… The post Tagged Files as a Road to Insider Threats…
The Power of Many: Crowdsourcing as A Game-Changer for Modern Cyber Defense
With the rapid technological advancement and the world entering the AI era, the cyber threat landscape has significantly evolved in its complexity and sophistication. The frequency of data breaches has… The post The Power of Many: Crowdsourcing as A Game-Changer…
Operational Security: The Backbone of Effective Police Communication
In the fast-paced and dynamic world of law enforcement, effective communication is essential for ensuring public safety and successful operations. However, amidst the ever-evolving landscape of technology and threats, maintaining… The post Operational Security: The Backbone of Effective Police Communication…
The Cyber Resilience Act: How Manufacturers Can Meet New EU Standards and Strengthen Product Security
Cybersecurity has become a leading priority for manufacturers of embedded systems and IoT devices. The rapid proliferation of these technologies, combined with their increasing integration into critical infrastructure, has made… The post The Cyber Resilience Act: How Manufacturers Can Meet…
Passwords Are Out, Biometrics Are In
As more aspects of daily life move online—including financial transactions, government services like mobile driver’s licenses, and digital travel authentication—the weaknesses of traditional remote identity verification methods, such as passwords,… The post Passwords Are Out, Biometrics Are In appeared first…
Securing Election Integrity In 2024: Navigating the Complex Landscape of Modern Threats
As we navigate the 2024 election year, safeguarding the integrity of our democratic process is more critical than ever. While much attention has been focused on securing ballot machines, the… The post Securing Election Integrity In 2024: Navigating the Complex…
Start PII Leak Detection and Data Flow Mapping Where It Matters Most: In the Code
Quick link: Learn more about how HoundDog.ai is transforming AppSec and data security at HoundDog.ai. In 2023, 92% of data breaches involved Personally Identifiable Information (PII)—a staggering and growing trend… The post Start PII Leak Detection and Data Flow Mapping…
Managing Sensitive Security Investigations in Remote Settings
Managing sensitive security investigations has become more complex and challenging in today’s increasingly prevalent remote work environment. As a result, ensuring that these investigations are conducted effectively and securely requires… The post Managing Sensitive Security Investigations in Remote Settings appeared…
Is Unified Access Control Zero Trust’s Silver Bullet?
With the advent of Zero Trust architecture, where the principle of “never trust, always verify” prevails, the importance of comprehensive access control has never been more pronounced. As cyber threats… The post Is Unified Access Control Zero Trust’s Silver Bullet?…
Beyond Passwords: Transforming Access Security with Passwordless IAM
Ever found yourself locked out of an account at the worst possibility? While rushing to meet a deadline or accessing something critical—because you didn’t remember the password? Or maybe you… The post Beyond Passwords: Transforming Access Security with Passwordless IAM…